VIVOBAREFOOT SHOE GUIDE 2024 | Picks for Active Lifestyles

[@thatfitfriend]

Shop the Vivbarefoot shoes featured in this video and use *JBOLY* at checkout to save! It helps support my channel if you do so. Shop Primus Lite III: tidd.ly/3KuRZ0n My Review: thatfitfriend.com/vivobarefoot-primus-lite-iii-review/ Shop Motus Strength: tidd.ly/3UayLp6 My Review: thatfitfriend.com/vivobarefoot-motus-strength-jjf-review/ Shop Primus Lite IV: tidd.ly/3xzoEB0 My Review: thatfitfriend.com/vivobarefoot-primus-lite-iv-all-weather/ Shop Motus Flex: tidd.ly/45g6OzU My Review: thatfitfriend.com/vivobareoot-motus-flex/ Shop Primus Asana: tidd.ly/3Rlx3fr My Review: thatfitfriend.com/vivobarefoot-primus-asana-review/ The above are affiliate links; if you buy through these links, I may receive a small commission on the sale. I buy ALL of the products featured on this channel and an affiliate link is NOT a sponsored link. I don't take money from companies and the commissions from affiliates help me buy more products and produce more content. At TF2, you have my promise that every review is performed independently and companies have no idea I'm reviewing their gear until it goes live Either way, use the link or don't! I just want to make sure you find the best workout shoes for your individual needs and wants. Reach out if you ever have additional questions!

[@andresamell9367]

Your ability to review shoes is admirable. This guy tells you EVERYTHING you need to know about SIX pair of shoes in 10 mins. Blows my mind

[@thatfitfriend]

I made it my goal to keep this one around 10 min for folks! I’m hyped you noticed that. Thank you, bruv!

[@caseinpointsize]

Thanks Jake. Love your videos and it’s so cool that you’re in Austin too! Which would you recommend for running a 5k? I already have the primus lite III, motus, trail knit, lite knit. But I can always add to my collection if you think there’s ones that’s better.

[@thatfitfriend]

Ayy! If you ever want to link for coffee or a workout, lmk! The models I’ve used most are the trail knit, geo racer, and Primus lite iii. Think you’re solid with your lineup and no need to spend more, imo!

[@caseinpointsize]

@@thatfitfriend that would be awesome. I’m totally down!

[@fozep]

Great content! Would love to see an updated video of your favorite shoes for causal/everyday wear!

[@thatfitfriend]

@@fozep thank you! Just barefoot or normie shoes, too?

[@fozep]

Anything with a wide/anatomical toe box :)

[@thatfitfriend]

@@fozep noted!

[@AndreS_22246]

Thanks for your excellent videos - much appreciated 👍

[@thatfitfriend]

Thank you for checking them out!

[@kitcraft9516]

As someone with a 4E foot here's hoping for a Primus Lite Wide in the future. My III's almost make it, almost. I had to cannibalize them, lol. Elastic laces and cut threads on the gusset. But I run them without insoles and like lack of a midsole.

[@thatfitfriend]

These are beautiful insights for folks with similar foot anatomies! Thank you for sharing

[@kitcraft9516]

@@thatfitfriend No worries, I know firsthand how hard it can be shopping for shoes when you have an extra wide foot and having high volume feet doesn't help matters. It is really helpful that you let us know how these shoes fit and what models to look at if we have wife feet and which to avoid. A lot of people do not take that into account and assume that a wide toe box will work for a wide foot. Oh, how I wish that were true, lol. So many of these barefoot companies are so close, for me anyway. Either just a few mm added or making sure things like the lace system isn't restrictive or that the upper is stretchy at the midfoot would go a long way for making shoes fit a wider array of people, I think. Anyway, I am still on the hunt for a perfect barefoot shoe. Xero are pretty decent in the heel and midfoot and I like Lems toe box but the sole on Vivo. Lems has a midsole, sometimes quite thick too on their lifestyle and hiking boots/shoes. Xero has a narrow toe box and Vivo is super low volume and somewhat narrow. For years I ran in New Balance and to this day they are wider, where it counts for me, in the forefoot (in a 4E at least) but I can't go back to that restrictive toe box! Anyway, as always, thank you for sharing your thoughts and experiences with us. It really does help!

[@readlesspraymore4686]

Great video. I can't decide which shoe would be best for all my needs or if I need to get 2 pairs. I like the motus flex concept very much but I'm concerned as you are, with the durability of a daily wear. i 'd just wear them to the gym. I just received a pair of trail sg all weather's in eu45 which is a 1/2 size down from my addis and they feel perfect. I bought them for soccer cleats. They feel so comfy and perfect on my feet, that I want another pair that fits similarly but is more practical than the trail sg's. I was considering trail knit fg's but I noticed you didn't include them here. OR Maybe the primus lites but I'll be wearing them a lot on concrete as daily wear. The asana's look nice but they might be a litle too loose for what I do in the gym. Also I'd like to do lite runs on concrete in them. What do you suggest?

[@thatfitfriend]

Trail Knit FG are great - I didn't include them because they have a new iteration out and I have yet to buy and review them, so I didn't want to include an old pick that people can't find anymore! Primus Lite III are tried and true. Motus Flex is great, but if you wanna wear em in rain, I'd weatherproof the bottom/lower sides of the shoe to play it safe! Either way - think you'd be happy with all three of these, so I'd proceed based on price/colorway you like!

[@readlesspraymore4686]

@@thatfitfriend thanks for your feedback. Eventually I want to own all three. I’m addicted to barefoot shoes.

[@Allan_Garcia]

I returned my motus flex for a size down from my normal size 43 to 42. The Vivobarefoot hydra esc is my go to training shoe for all of my speed, agility, and plyometric workouts. It offers the most stability, has the best breathability, and replacing the lace system with flat stretch laces and cord locks makes this the most secure and comfortable shoe out of all my vivo’s for training. Please review asap, this shoe doesn’t get the attention it deserves for training. Also hardly any videos made

[@thatfitfriend]

You know, they've been on my list for so long it's time to bite the bullet. Just bought a pair per your feedback here!

[@Allan_Garcia]

@@thatfitfriend hey, just some insight. I mentioned that I re-laced the Hydra ESC with flat stretch laces a micro bungee toggle. Well, I just want to mention that I re-laced them again with slightly thicker flat stretch and skipped over the first two holes.(since they were putting pressure on the sides of my feet, causing me discomfort) This perfected my experience wearing them in every way imaginable. Hope you mention this in your review video(potential re-lace option), in case you experience any form of discomfort wearing them. I also just tie them now, thanks to the slightly thicker stretch laces.

[@roscoe007]

Hey Jake, which of these shoes would he the most breathable? I live in Arizona so knit woukd be great but I also love the motus stength due to the extra ankle support

[@thatfitfriend]

Primus Lite III, Motus Flex, or Primus Lite Knit will be your best bets! Dealer's choice on em - think you'll be happy either way.

[@Ferbocarbo]

That type of training you were doing at 2:26. How is that called and where can I get some drills like it? Looks AWESOME for everything! (Joints, tendons, muscles, bones, reaction, etc. etc.)

[@thatfitfriend]

A little combo I made! I coach clients (have been a coach for 12 years) and often test stuff on myself before I roll it out to them. Building out a more "athletic-ish" program in my training app as we speak, too :)

[@robinsierra1029]

which style is best for walking on hard uneven stone sidewalks? thanks

[@thatfitfriend]

Most can work fine for that! Do you live in a damp climate? Do you also want to train in them?

[@ivanrangel2477]

Hey Jake! Any recommendations on a barefoot shoe that has a good lock down feel? For context I’m just getting into barefoot shoes and I have the whitins (thanks for the review) but when doing calf raises I feel like my heel just might slip out on the bottom portion of the movement. Thanks for your content!

[@thatfitfriend]

Tolos Arch 2.0, Inov8 Bare XF, or Motus Strength can all work well!

[@christopherjanczewski1086]

I’m a mixed martial artist with flat feet who has never gotten anything from vivobarefoot before…I’m looking for a shoe that I can use for both strength training (weightlifting), sprints, plyometrics, and agility work…what would u recommend for me?

[@thatfitfriend]

Primus Lite III (daily wear/lifting bias), Motus Strength (cross-training agility), or Primus Trail Knit FG (versatility) would be my three suggestions. All can work for those contexts!

[@user-dc3tz1oz2u]

I live in Korea and I like weight training. I'm looking to buy one of my barefoot shoes, which one would be better between Primus Light 3 and Motus Strength?

[@thatfitfriend]

Both are great. I'd go with best price / colorway for your needs. Both can be solid!

[@estebanperez4171]

Are the Primus Lite IIIs flat footed (good for squats for deadlifts)?

[@thatfitfriend]

Yeah, they do decent for most flat feet. What do you currently wear?

[@estebanperez4171]

@@thatfitfriend I used to just rock vans but those got trashed, I’ve just been in my on running training shoes since getting rid of the vans

[@guillermoortiz1492]

My ol lady wears her 5 finger vibrams , now she is looking or similar barfoot minimal feel , we tried xero and flux and no bulls.. no go on any of them. Are these vivobarefoot more a good alternative to those brands brands? She is a nurse practioner always on her feet. Loved her 5 fingers but are worn out

[@thatfitfriend]

They can be! I'd also suggest looking into shoes like the Lono Barefoot and Inov8 Bare XF. They'd be comfy for all-day wear and cost a bit less!

[@guillermoortiz1492]

@@thatfitfriend the flux were not wide at all, very narrow.. do you find the innov8 have a wider foot base with wide toe box?

[@thatfitfriend]

@@guillermoortiz1492 Oh yeah, Flux are misleading AF. I often turn folks away from them when width is the goal. The F Fly could work well, IMO!

[@guillermoortiz1492]

@@thatfitfriend pre ordered the lonos and bought her the inov8 barefoot model., what brand do you recommend from xeno for all day usage in hospital settings? and which do you recommend for us men for causal wearing barefoot shoe that is not vivo expensive ?

[@andrewjudd9001]

Tracker Decons? Didn’t make the list?

[@thatfitfriend]

@@andrewjudd9001 haven’t reviewed them yet! I can’t buy Vivo in bulk otherwise I’d be broke. Just bought the hydra and decon are next

[@andrewjudd9001]

Oh sorry totally thought you had. Yeah Vivo’s are ridiculously expensive.